The last full day of the season. It is kind of like Christmas eve when you are five. The day seems to last forever and you can 't stand it because you want tomorrow morning to get here quickly. The crew is all giddy and ready for their "summer" break. We had a great season and we have a at least half of the crew returning next season. It has been fantastic seeing all of the guests on the mountain this year. I have enjoyed my interactions with all of you on the blog. Thank you for tuning in and staying in touch. I look forward to my return in March. I may surprise you and hijack Alex's post every now and again. I will let you know if Chris and I do any cool hikes in the Smokies this winter. Take care and have a wonderful holiday and safe winter.

Pat M

11/23/2010 12:47:24 am

Allyson,

I have really enjoyed your blog this season. Thank you for all the wonderful pictures. Best wishes to you and the crew as you head down the mountain to "relax".

Bill Yeadon

11/23/2010 12:59:41 am

While I have hiked leConte many times over the years I have lost touch with the mountain in between hikes.

With your blog I have felt like I have been there everyday this year.

Allyson can't thank you enough. Many blessings for the winter.

Jeanie & Pat

11/23/2010 01:08:40 am

Thanks for the parting picture! And I agree with everyone saying that you have kept us greatly informed about what happens on the mountain we have come to love a lot! We love to keep up with the weather there. I can't wait to see how Alex is going to keep us "entertained" over the winter. Give everyone a hug from us and we look forward to seeing you next year! Have a safe and fun "break"!

Galen B.

11/23/2010 01:34:44 am

Allyson,Thanks so much for all the pictures and information you have provided all year. The site has become my favorite part of my day. Happy Thanksgiving and Merry Christmas to all of you. To those of the crew that won't be returning best wishes for your future endevors. See the rest of you next year. Have a safe hike down and may God Bless you all.

Thank you for keeping us updated all season. I love hearing about the weather, people, and animals up there on LeConte. Good luck to the Leconte Crew.

Lisa in Mississippi

Anita

11/23/2010 01:52:53 am

Allyson,I have loved your blog this year. My husband and I hiked to LeConte for 21 years in a row but missed 2009 and 2010. We have our reservations for April, 2011, and just can't wait to be on the mountain again. There's just nothing else in the world like it. I hope all of the crew has a great winter break and I'm also looking forward to Alex's updates. Take care and God bless!

Chuck Johnston

11/23/2010 02:04:18 am

It has been wonderful to hear of life on the mountain this year. My all of the staff have a very wonderful holiday season and I look forward to hear about activities coming up next year.

John Boushall

11/23/2010 02:37:01 am

Thank you very much for your blog. I just got re-acquainted with LeConte Lodge after visiting there 30 years ago this year through your entries. It makes me long to visit again with my family to share what I experienced.

I have enjoyed reading each day what has happened and viewing the images from the mountain.

Stephanie

11/23/2010 02:58:40 am

To all of the crew...Have a great break. I have hiked twice this year, plan on several hikes next year and always enjoy the enteraction with the crew. You all do a great job. The blog is awesome, the food fabulous and the mountains allow you to hear the "hearbeat" of God. Many Blessings to all of you!!!

Stephanie

11/23/2010 03:00:46 am

Opps, interaction

Scott

11/23/2010 04:37:37 am

Thanks for the daily posts. For those of us that miss the Smokies when we arent there, it fills a void. Hope you all have a great break, a Happy Thanksgiving, a Merry Christmas, and Happy New Year. I always like to read about John's impressive fetes and I hope he is coming back. See you in the Spring

David M.

11/23/2010 07:38:47 am

Many, many, thanks for your blog--and the picture of the crew. See you in April for hike #16.

Richard

11/23/2010 07:51:41 am

Thanks to all the staff for a great time at the Lodge back in spring, and extra thanks to Allyson and the other bloggers for allowing us to live on the mountain vicariously the rest of the year.

Enjoy your break!

deborah craton

11/23/2010 09:41:25 am

Thanks for a great year. We were there the first week of June. I look forward everyday to see what is happening on the mountain. Thanks for your hard work and dedication.

Aaron

11/24/2010 10:39:05 am

I have been hiking LeConte since I was 12. The experiences have always been a part of me. I have my parents to thank for those memories. I go back as much as possible. In between visiting from Florida, your excellent blog keeps me dreaming of my return. Thx so much!

Allyson,Thanks so much for the picture of the crew!!! I too appreciate your blog SO very much . . the pictures minister to my heart and allow me to see the beauty and serenity of those majestic mountains I love so much!! Have a blessed "summer break" . . .will be anxious to hear from you next year and I look forward to the caretaker's posts as you pass the torch to him . . .Happy Holidays to everyone.

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